And that’s good for ZR1 fans who have been hanging out for any new details to emerge – there are now a few more.

C&D reports that the ZR1 will have a huge 559kW and 922Nm of torque, the kinds of numbers you don’t usually see before a car has visited an aftermarket tuner.

Chevrolet says the angry ‘Vette will hit 97km/h in less than three seconds, will run a quarter quicker than 11s, and won’t top out until faster than 338km/h.

This is thanks to its new 6.2-litre LT5 V8, which is fed masses of air via an Eaton supercharger. The ‘charger reportedly puts through 52 per cent more air than the one fitted to the Z06, and is also 2.9-inches taller.

This means its hood it too tall for the car to be sold in Europe.

But most importantly, the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is going to be able to shoot flames from its exhaust. Flames. From the factory.

C&D also says a performance pack which includes Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2s, damper tuning, and an adjustable rear wing is going to be available.